A Deeper Understanding Of The Chakras - Part One
Why are the symbols denoted by lotus petals and what does the number of petals signify?
The lotus flower is a highly revered spiritual symbol and is considered sacred in many cultures. The bud of a lotus symbolizes potential. It is because a lotus grows in unclean water, untainted by the impurity around, that it is a symbol of purity and resurrection.
The journey of a lotus right from a bud to full bloom is depicted in the chakra system, from the four-petalled root chakra to the thousand -petalled crown Chakra.
Each chakra represents a specific aspect of our life, and the chakra system is a reflection of our own spiritual evolution - From basic grounding to ultimate enlightenment, and from a bud to a flower in full bloom.
It is also believed that the number of lotus petals denote the sound vibrational frequency of each Chakra. As the number of petals increase, the vibration is said to be finer. This is why we have specific bija sounds, mantras and frequencies which balance the vibration frequency of each Chakra. These frequencies are used in Sound Therapy and Chakra Meditation for their healing effects on the mind and body. Their benefits have even been backed by science.
